Service With Honor

U.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

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In Working OrderU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

On Land or At SeaU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Strafing FireU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Old GloryU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Vertical Assault RaidU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Laser SharpU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Devil Dog ChallengeU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Osprey LandingU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

The Snipers of VMFT-401U.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

In the Shadow of the OspreyU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Teufel HundenU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Turret DutyU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Cultana Training AreaU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Humvee RepairsU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Fast Rope TrainingU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Combat CourseU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Rapidly and EffectivelyU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Man on a WireU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Got Your BackU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Montford Point ChallengeU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Through The SmokeU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Rope LandingU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

TargetsU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

All Tied UpU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Triple Rope River CrossingU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Deck Shoot at NightU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Aircraft Rescue Fire FightingU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Water HazardU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Sapper SquadU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Silent Drill PlatoonU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Double DragonU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Cold RefuelingU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Support SquadronU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Bird's Eye ViewU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Basilone's ChallengeU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

High Grass StalkU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Casualty EvacuationU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

The MaskU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Engage TargetsU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Final Drill EvaluationU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Gunnery SergeantU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

10,000 Feet AboveU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Herculean VistaU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Visit, Board, Search and SeizureU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Undisclosed Landing LocationU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Constant VigilanceU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Rear Hand PunchU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

AAV QualificationsU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.

Chain ReactionU.S. Marine Corps LCpl Nicko Salem, a native of Saipan, earns the title of company honorman for Company M at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, on April 25, 2014. Salem excelled over his peers in various tests of physical and mental challenges that he faced during boot camp. Photo by Cpl Michael Wick.